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I've noticed that this issue only occurs when there is filament in the printer. When I attempt to print Without filament, the drive gear is spinning the entire time.
Has anyone on here encountered the same issue, or be willing to help?

The issue appears to be what you suggested, and maybe other things. From when I posted till now I have replaced the hotend along with redoing the wiring and it seems to be printing fine. (although it was a pain in the ***).
Than you for the advice and fixing the link too.